Academics The United States Military Academy provides a top-tier undergraduate education that develops leaders of character. Academics The United States Military Academy provides a top-tier undergraduate education that develops leaders of character. Academic Program West Point's curriculum provides a grounding in the liberal arts and engineering, a study of a discipline in depth, and experiential learning opportunities that prepare cadets to think critically, internalize their professional identity, and employ their education to help build the Army and the nation’s future. Integrated into every course and experience are elements designed to foster cadets' character development. Explore the academic program Explore academic majors and minors Leadership on the Emerging Battlefield Explore the annual intellectual theme Explore, Excel, and Lead With 36 majors to choose from—including the #4 undergraduate engineering program—you'll get a world-class education backed by elite rankings and powerful outcomes. Join a legacy of excellence that includes 96 Rhodes Scholars and top-tier science lab facilities, all at one of the nation's best public colleges. “The nation that makes a great distinction between its scholars and its warriors will have its thinking done by cowards and its fighting done by fools.” Enrichment Opportunities Cadets have numerous unique opportunities to practice their discipline in real-world environments where they solve contemporary and highly relevant problems. Internships From government offices to private companies to global non-profit organizations, cadets participate in world-class immersive internships that broaden their experience and deepen their understanding - allowing them to become more well-rounded leaders of character. Explore internships Scholars Program West Point runs several programs focused on helping cadets prepare for and win prestigious scholarships. These programs are very successful in helping cadets earn opportunities for advanced study in pursuit of their goals and facilitating their progress on the path to becoming leaders of character. Explore the Scholars Program Study Abroad Cadets engage in immersive cultural experiences, varying from spending a semester abroad at a partner institution to working over spring break in a foreign country or engaging in military training with a foreign military. Explore international opportunities Service Academy Exchange Program (SAEP) Through the SAEP, cadets can spend a semester at one of USMA’s sister federal service agencies, fostering camaraderie among the institutions and providing cross-training opportunities for the program's participants. Learn more about the SAEP (password-protected) Small Classes. Big Impact. At a place where the average class has just 15–18 students and a 7:1 student-to-faculty ratio, you won’t just attend class—you’ll be known, challenged, and supported. Ranked #2 for both public schools and professor accessibility, this is where standout students experience a truly standout education. West Point Faculty West Point’s outstanding faculty, who are rated among America’s most accessible, are dedicated teachers of more majors and minors than any other service academy and of the best leadership training in the nation, combining academic leadership courses with hands-on experiences. Explore academic departments Learn more about West Point faculty Learn more about academic support Academic News West Point announces new Aerospace Engineering major Canadian general who led United Nations mission in Rwanda during Genocide donates papers to West Point West Point Dean and McMaster discuss the Warrior Ethos and the Future of Warfare West Point transforms to address future warfare challenges Feb 17 Presidents Day Monday, February 17, 2025 Feb 26 Post Night Wednesday, February 26, 2025 Mar 16 Spring Break Sunday, March 16, 2025 Apr 21 No Class Day Monday, April 21, 2025 Virtual Academy Tour Launch Experience Explore the USMA Campus Explore Robotics Research Center Explore Bartlett Hall Follow the Dean Get the lastest on academics at USMA.